Minnesota at Dallas

Minnesota's +32 goal differential is the third-best in the Western Conference. They had no fear in the opener of this playoff series, ripping Dallas, 6-1, as an underdog. Minnesota was 11th during the regular season in goals scored (3.27 per game) and third on the power play, while the defense was fourth in goals allowed (2.87 per game) and second in save percentage (.908). Minnesota is on an 8-4 run OVER the total. The Dallas offense was ninth in goals scored (3.33 per game), second on the power play, and No. 1 in shooting percentage. Dallas is on a 14-10 run OVER the total, including 8-6 OVER at home. They're also on a 7-8 run, losing as favorites of -135, -140, -170, -125, -175, -130, and -125. The pressure is on, and the Stars have lost five straight playoff games (three at home) by a 25-6 count! Play Minnesota + OVER the total.